Sonic Groove Podcast

In this episode, two fellow New Yorkers, Adam X and Dave Sumner, aka Function, sit down to trace Dave’s path from growing up in a working-class environment in Brooklyn to the global techno scene. Dave talks about his parents moving the family to the NYC suburbia of New Jersey in the late 80s and those years as a teenager when he was DJing and running House Parties for his crew of friends right in the basement of...

In this latest addition to “Sonic Groove Electronic Music Podcast,” Adam X sits down with Simon Carter, aka Crystal Distortion, one of the main music makers behind the legendary illegal rave outfit Spiral Tribe. We start our discussion with Simon's entry into electronic music, his early music-making days as a member of Earth Leakage Trip on Hardcore imprints Moving Shadow and Rising High Records, and his subsequent invo...

In this Sonic Groove podcast, Adam X sits down with NYC techno legend Abe Duque for a fast-moving deep dive into five decades of club music, from early DJ roots to his defining 90s output and beyond.

Abe breaks down his Kirlian era, key releases on Sähkö and Disko B, and building NYC techno from the inside through Tension Records and the Limelight years. He shares stories from extensive European touring,...

In this episode, Adam X sits down with Orphx to discuss over 30 years of their musical journey, from their early days of music-making and techno raving in Hamilton and Toronto, Canada, to their pivotal roles in the industrial, noise, and techno scenes over the past four decades. They explore key moments like their international live performances, their long-lasting friendship with Adam X, and their influence in the ri...

In this episode, Mark Archer takes us on his journey through his illustrious career in the music industry, from his early days in Stafford, UK, where he first dipped his toes into DJing and production, to signing with Blue Chip Records with Dean Meredith and releasing music under various aliases, including as one half of Bizarre Inc. before departing from the group in 1989 to team up with Chris Peat and launch Nexus 2...

In his conversation with Adam, Keith shares his experiences growing up in Detroit during the 80s, reminiscing about listening to and DJing electro and freestyle music. They explore Keith's early days of acquiring gear and producing music, including his first release on Juan Atkins' Metroplex imprint under the alias Frequency. Keith also discusses his involvement as a core member of the electro group Aux 88. The conversation extends...

In this episode, Adam X sits down with Dutch techno artist Stefan Robbers, also known as Terrace and one-half of the Acid Junkies. Stefan's early music as Terrace helped kickstart the ultra-legendary Djax-up-Beats Records, one of the all-time top techno labels.

In conversation with Adam, Stefan discusses his entry into the techno scene in Holland in the late 80s, his discovery and interest in the early days of Chicago house and Det...

On the latest episode of Sonic Groove - Electronic Music Podcast, Adam sits down with one of Berlin’s techno legends, DJ Pete, also known as Substance and one half of the influential dub techno duo Scion, alongside partner René Löwe (Vainquer).

Born and raised in Berlin, Pete has been a core part of the city’s techno scene since its early beginnings. Adam X chats with his longtime friend about all things techno, includ...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with UK techno legend Luke Slater for an in-depth interview recorded in New York City. 

They explore Slater’s roots in electronic music, from working in various import record shops to releasing his earliest productions.

The conversation touches on his beginnings as a DJ in 1988, the gear he used in early studio sessions, and the energy of the UK’s earl...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with Patrick Codenys, founding member of the legendary Belgian group Front 242, pioneers of EBM (Electronic Body Music). They talk about the origins of Front 242 and their role in shaping the EBM movement, the band’s influence on electronic and underground music scenes, reflections on creative processes, technology and live performance, as well as the cultural imp...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with one of his all-time favorite artists, Uwe Schmidt—aka Atom™, Atom Heart, Señor Coconut, Lassigue Bendthaus, and many more. They dive into Uwe’s early days in Frankfurt, his wildly diverse musical journey, the stories behind his many aliases, and his groundbreaking work with labels like Fax and Rising High. From EBM to Latin covers of Kraftwerk, to sharp ...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down in Detroit with one of techno’s most iconic and influential figures: "Mad" Mike Banks. Best known for his revolutionary work with Underground Resistance, the legendary label he co-founded with Jeff Mills, Mike’s impact on electronic music is profound and far-reaching. This rare conversation dives deep into Mike's early musical inspirations, the powerful rol...

In this Sonic Grooves Podcast episode, Adam X sits down with Electric Indigo, an integral part of the techno scene since the early ’90s. From the underground scene in Vienna to working at the legendary Hardwax record store in Berlin, breaking through on the U.S. East Coast US rave scene in the mid 90's, and founding Female Pressure to support women and non-binary artists in electronic music—this conversation is a deep d...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X reconnects with longtime friend Daniel Bell, a true pioneer of minimal techno and house music. With a friendship spanning 35 years, they delve into Daniel's musical journey, beginning with his entry into the electronic music scene in the 1980s. They discuss his groundbreaking work in the early '90s with Richie Hawtin as part of the hard-rave techno group Cybersonik on Plus 8 Recor...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with the legendary DJ and producer Kittin, one of the pioneering women of the French techno and electro scene. During this 70-minute conversation, they take a deep dive into her incredible journey—from the underground raves of the 1990s to becoming a globally recognized DJ, producer, and artist. They discuss Kittin’s early days in the electronic music scene, ...

In this Sonic Groove Podcast episode, Adam X speaks with Chicago icon DJ Hyperactive, an influential player in the ‘90s US techno landscape. Hyperactive recounts his experiences growing up in ‘80s Chicago and witnessing the evolution from house music to techno music. From early warehouse parties to participating in the rave revolution across the US and beyond, he shares insights from his journey in the world of electron...

In this episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X connects with fellow New Yorker Mike Parker, a visionary in the techno scene with nearly 40 years of experience in releasing music. Mike's experimental, minimalistic approach has consistently positioned him at the forefront of modern techno. Adam's chat with Mike delves into his mid-1990s work as part of Trybet with Aric Rist and his solo work on Defective Records. They discuss th...

In this latest instalment of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X chats with the legendary Mike Dearborn, a true icon of Chicago techno. Mike opens up about his  journey through the vibrant Chicago house music scene, reminiscing about his early days, his special bond with Ron Hardy, and how he crafted his unique jacking techno sound.

As a devoted fan of Mike's work, Adam poses the questions that enthusiasts are eager to have answe...

In this exciting episode of the Sonic Groove Podcast, Adam X sits down with two pioneers of the US Electronic Music scene—his brother, DJ legend Frankie Bones, and the equally iconic Lenny Dee. Join them as they share captivating stories from their early days in New York, their groundbreaking first UK gigs, and Lenny's unforgettable collaboration with The KLF. Frankie also dives into the history behind his legendary track, "C...